Windsor Castle: Afternoon Tour
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Highlights
Discover Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world. Home to the British monarchy for over 900 years, it's the perfect destination for a wonderful day trip.
Explore the magnificent State Rooms and marvel at the extraordinary works of art hanging on the walls, created by renowned artists such as Rembrandt and Leonardo da Vinci. During the tour, you'll also visit St. George's Chapel, the final resting place of many monarchs, including Henry VIII and his beloved wife Jane Seymour, the Queen Mother, Prince Philip, and Queen Elizabeth II. Admire the memorials and take a moment of tranquility as you stroll through the chapel's historic aisles.
Founded in the 11th century by William the Conqueror, this majestic fortress, which sits on 13 acres and overlooks the picturesque town of Windsor, is a must-see for visitors to the UK.
Highlights:
- Discover the King's royal residence
- Admire the sumptuous State Rooms of Windsor Castle
- Stroll through historic St George's Chapel, the scene of famous royal weddings
- Enjoy the ride to and from the city aboard a luxury air-conditioned vehicle
What is included?
- Entrance to the State Apartments at Windsor Castle
- Visit Queen Mary's Dolls' House and St George's Chapel
- Transport to Windsor Castle from central London and back
- Audio guides are available at Windsor Castle in several languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Russian, and Spanish.
- Tastecard and Coffee Club membership (if selected)
What is not included?
- Tips (optional)
- Food and beverages
What is there to know?
Tour duration: approximately 5.5 hours
Important notes:
- Windsor Castle is closed on December 26th: a walking tour of Windsor town is planned for this day.
- St. George's Chapel closes at 4:00 PM. We recommend making it your first stop upon arrival. The chapel is also closed to the public on Sundays, but worshippers are welcome to attend religious services.
- Show your e-ticket to access the tour.
- This tour does not include a guide and the visit inside the castle will last approximately 2 hours.
- During peak periods, additional vehicles without Wi-Fi may be used.
- Our vehicles are modern, comfortable, and sanitized daily.
- Infants (0-2 years): Free, must sit on a parent/guardian's lap. If you require a dedicated seat, purchase a child ticket. Car seats are not provided.
- Tastecard membership is valid for 30 days.
Closures and important information:
- Windsor Castle:
As a still-in-use royal residence, Windsor Castle is subject to sudden closures, either of the entire castle or just the State Apartments, at short notice.
Closed every Tuesday and Wednesday
Semi-State Rooms: During the winter months, the visitor trail includes five additional rooms, known as Semi-State Rooms.
Closed from December 24th to 26th
When the State Apartments are not accessible, the Drawings Gallery and Precincts remain open to visitors. - Chapel of St. George:
St. George's Chapel is closed to the public on Sundays due to religious services. Consequently, castle visitors will not be able to access the chapel or visit the tomb of Queen Elizabeth II on Sundays.
Extraordinary closures of the Chapel of St. George:
Saturday, September 20: Early closing at 1:00 PM
Tuesday, September 23: Closed to the public
Tastecard and Coffee Club Benefits
Enjoy fantastic discounts on restaurants, pizza delivery, cinema tickets, and more! With Tastecard, you can get 2 for 1 or 25% off your total bill at thousands of restaurants across the UK.
Plus, join the Coffee Club and receive 25% off barista-crafted drinks, valid at Caffè Nero, Black Sheep Coffee, and thousands of independent coffee shops, 7 days a week. The card is valid for one month and offers tons of savings during your stay.
Openings
From April to October:
Check-in time: 12:45
Departure times: 1:00 PM
Return time: approximately 5:30 PM
From November to March:
Check-in time: 11:30
Departure time: 11:45
Return time: approximately 5:00 PM
Meeting point
Starting point:
Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London SW1W 9SR
Directions from Victoria Station:
- Exit via the Buckingham Palace Road entrance, next to the Gatwick Express platforms.
- Turn left and continue along Buckingham Palace Road until the first major junction.
- Cross the road at the traffic lights when it is safe to do so and turn left.
- Continue for approximately 20 metres, then turn right into Bulleid Way.
⚠️ The bus does not depart from Victoria Bus Station.
Return point:
Due to legal restrictions on our drivers' working hours, the tour ends a 2-3 minute walk from Gloucester Road Underground Station.
- Station located in Zone 1
- Three stops east on the Circle Line or District Line to Victoria
- Five stops on the Piccadilly Line to Piccadilly Circus
Cancellation policies
Can be canceled for free up to 72 hours before the selected date
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